8 Health Benefits of CBD

by VitaLeaf StaffJuly 26, 2018

Health is wealth, as they say. It’s important that we take good care of our bodies and overall health. With the lifestyle trends nowadays, it’s not uncommon to see increasing numbers of health conditions on the rise. One small step you can take towards prevention and an improved quality of life is to take natural supplements. That might sound silly especially if you were one of those kids who always hated taking them, but after reading this article you may want to reconsider! Now, are you ready to dive into the benefits offered by CBD Oil? If so, keep on reading!

Cannabidiol, often referred to as CBD, is now becoming popular in the medical industry as it has been seen to have positive effects on the health of individuals. It also affects the levels of endocannabinoids in the brain and other parts of the central nervous system. The endocannabinoid system (ECS) plays a vital role in our overall health because it contains cannabinoid receptors that are distributed throughout the entire body. Thus, CBD and the ECS work together synergistically to improve the quality of life for any individual.

Can CBD Get Me High?

One of the most common questions we get from those new to wanting to use CBD as an alternative supplement is if CBD can get you high. It’s not uncommon to think that, since CBD is from the same plant family as marijuana. The simple answer is, no, CBD cannot get you high. The reason being is that hemp-derived CBD contains 0.3% or less THC concentration as opposed to marijuana which contains up to 20% of THC, or tetrahydrocannabinol - the compound solely responsible for inducing a psychoactive feeling of being high. This means that products derived from organic hemp is safe while still getting the full therapeutic benefits of the plant.

Health Benefits of CBD

1. Regulates the Body Temperature

Neurons communicate with each other while sending out signals to ensure that the temperature of the body is neither too hot nor too low. Endocannabinoids help these neurons to send just the right amount of signals that are required. CBD aids in indirectly controlling the levels of endocannabinoids to help and encourage homeostasis.

2. Has Antipsychotic Effects

CBD's therapeutic properties appears to be very much like the typical antipsychotic drugs that are generally administered to counteract psychotic behaviors. In addition, it also prevents psychosis in humans and appears to have positive effects in treating patients with schizophrenia.

3. Relieves Pain

Its ability to inhibit neural transmission along the pain pathways and ability to suppress neuropathic pain has made it a strong contender for treating chronic pain for arthritis, multiple sclerosis, acute pain, and more.

4. Reduces Inflammation

When any part of the body is physically damaged, inflammation sets in - fluid and immune cells move to the damaged area. If not treated and confined to that particular area, chronic inflammation then sets in and our healthy cells are destroyed. CBD has been used to treat this type of condition because of its natural ability to limit and restrict the immune system's inflammatory signals, significantly reducing inflammation.

5. Calming Anxiety-Related Disorders

Anxiety disorders have been treated with CBD with good evidence on its effects on public speaking. It is being strongly advocated for use in treating panic disorders, post-traumatic stress disorders, and even obsessive-compulsive disorders. CBD's ability to inhibit the production of certain enzymes and give impetus to endocannabinoids is responsible for its anti-anxiety properties.

6. Provides Significant Relief for Cancer

CBD has been known to inhibit cancer cell adhesion, invasion, and migration. It has hence shown positive benefits while treating breast cancer and its anti-tumor properties have suggested that it could be useful to aid in conditions like leukemia, lung and colon cancer. Even prolonged use for over six weeks doesn't induce toxicity, suggesting that CBD can be used for longer periods without the adverse side effects.

7. Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia causes a lot of general discomfort, fatigue, and pain similar to arthritis but it affects the soft-tissues. This condition is treated with pain relief, opioids and anti-inflammatory medications. The use of CBD is known to have had positive effects by reducing the symptoms and pain for this condition.

8. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

Those suffering from PTSD have high levels of anxiety and have to find ways to calm down using medications. CBD appears to have a significant calming effect in countering symptoms often accompanied with anxiety.

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